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Stainless Works · 04-29-2011, 04:28 PM

All Stainless Works headers are made from 100% 304l SS, have 3/8” laser cut flanges, 100% tig welded and have integrated merge spikes in the collectors.

Factory connect headers are a full length header, and as the name implies, they go to the factory connection point. What’s the deal with this factory connection point that we keep referring too? On every single 2010+ Camaro, there is a connection point that separates the front lead pipes from the catback system. At this connection point, it necks down to 2.5” and is connected with a wide band clamp.

90% of the aftermarket exhausts neck down to this 2.5” connection point so it will be a direct bolt on. So if you already own an aftermarket exhaust or you simple want to keep your factory catback, these headers are for you.

Factory Connect Part #s and Pictures:
Part # CA11HDRCAT – 2” Long tubes with high flow cats
Part # CA11HDRCATST – 1-7/8” Long tubes with high flow cats

Part # CA11HDROR – 2” Long tubes with offroad lead pipes
Part # CA11HDRORST – 1-7/8” Long tubes with offroad lead pipes

On a stock Camaro, our factory connect headers will generally give you 25HP depending on the car and dyno.

Stainless Works · 04-29-2011, 04:28 PM

We designed our performance connect header system for the person who wants to squeeze every bit of power out of their Camaro. Our performance connect headers have all the same features and benefits of our headers listed above with the exception that the primaries are a tad longer which make our lead pipes go past the factory connection point. The lead pipes are 3” and do not swage down to 2.5” to fit the factory connection point. You must use our SW catback system to bolt up, or modify your existing exhaust.

Part # CA10HDRCAT – 2” Long tubes with high flow cats
Part # CA10HDRCATST – 1-7/8” Long tubes with high flow cats

Part # CA10HDROR – 2” Long tubes with offroad lead pipes
Part # CA10HDRORST – 1-7/8” Long tubes with offroad lead pipes

Click here view performance connect catback systems that will bolt up to the performance connect headers.
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=1#post3160037

So what’s the benefit to our performance connect headers? Well, if you ever want to do more than simple bolt ons, a full 3” exhaust from header to tip will help you squeeze every bit of power out of that vehicle. Supercharged vehicles love our performance connect system

Secondly, it has a fully tuned sound when combined with our catback systems. You simply bolt it on and go. No cutting or welding required. Its completely drone free and you don’t have to guess what your car will sound like with headers and exhaust because we did the work for you. Power wise, we have seen Camaros dyno between 25-35hp depending on what was done to the vehicle with our full system.

Here are some pics of our full performance connect system installed:

Stay tuned for the V6 stuff.

Snake Slayer · 04-29-2011, 05:45 PM

Great post... For those of you looking for a quality header backed by a lifetime warranty at competitive price Stainless Works is the answer. This is a true bolt in system no chop,cut,weld or dimples required. I installed my system in about 3 hours on jackstand in my garage.

*Mindz* · 04-29-2011, 06:01 PM

How difficult is it to install the merge spike? I was shipped a set of headers without one and when I called to ask abuot it, the rep on the phone said he would send me a set. This was 2 months ago, still no merge spike. I'm assuming that if/when I do get it, I'm going to have to take off the headers and weld it in myself?

Andy who? · 04-29-2011, 11:58 PM

Hello,

I do like the sound of Tag's car. Do you know if it was pretty much a stock SS or does he have additional motor work done like a supercharger or cam?

orange-prince · 04-30-2011, 05:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy who?

Hello,

I do like the sound of Tag's car. Do you know if it was pretty much a stock SS or does he have additional motor work done like a supercharger or cam?

just headers to tips no engine work on the video

Rcfiddy1 · 04-30-2011, 09:31 AM

I love my Stainless Works Headers....

IROCanSS · 04-30-2011, 09:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rcfiddy1

I love my Stainless Works Headers....

1-7/8" LTs, no cats, mated to Flowmaster A/T catback! LOVE IT!

I first had them mounted to my OEM catback but the OEM catback made the car a little bit raspy. Sounds amazing now!!

Stainless Works · 05-02-2011, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mindz

How difficult is it to install the merge spike? I was shipped a set of headers without one and when I called to ask abuot it, the rep on the phone said he would send me a set. This was 2 months ago, still no merge spike. I'm assuming that if/when I do get it, I'm going to have to take off the headers and weld it in myself?

Give me a ring.

Thanks!
-Anthony

Camaro_Custom_Painted · 05-02-2011, 06:56 PM

Hooked mine up (no cats) to the factory exhaust - a nice mix of quiet cruising and roaring open throttle.

Stainless Works · 05-03-2011, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Camaro_Custom_Painted

Hooked mine up (no cats) to the factory exhaust - a nice mix of quiet cruising and roaring open throttle.

Snake Slayer · 05-03-2011, 08:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stainless Works

Hey Anthony I am currently running a magnaflow street series with my headers and no cats. If I want to move to a full 3" systems what cat back would you recommend?

10aSSee D · 05-03-2011, 09:17 AM

I love my SW exhaust. I have their complete sysytem from front to back including the s-turbo mufflers, it sounds incredible!!

cam- · 05-03-2011, 12:36 PM

Agreed. Ive run SW headers for six years on other LS powered cars now and LOVE them. Build quality and fitment is TOP notch

04-29-2011, 04:28 PM	#1
Stainless Works Drives: Fast Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chagrin Falls, Ohio Posts: 183	Stainless Works Header Differences All Stainless Works headers are made from 100% 304l SS, have 3/8” laser cut flanges, 100% tig welded and have integrated merge spikes in the collectors. Factory connect headers are a full length header, and as the name implies, they go to the factory connection point. What’s the deal with this factory connection point that we keep referring too? On every single 2010+ Camaro, there is a connection point that separates the front lead pipes from the catback system. At this connection point, it necks down to 2.5” and is connected with a wide band clamp. 90% of the aftermarket exhausts neck down to this 2.5” connection point so it will be a direct bolt on. So if you already own an aftermarket exhaust or you simple want to keep your factory catback, these headers are for you. Factory Connect Part #s and Pictures: Part # CA11HDRCAT – 2” Long tubes with high flow cats Part # CA11HDRCATST – 1-7/8” Long tubes with high flow cats Part # CA11HDROR – 2” Long tubes with offroad lead pipes Part # CA11HDRORST – 1-7/8” Long tubes with offroad lead pipes On a stock Camaro, our factory connect headers will generally give you 25HP depending on the car and dyno. Last edited by Stainless Works; 07-11-2011 at 11:18 AM.

04-29-2011, 04:28 PM	#2
Stainless Works Drives: Fast Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chagrin Falls, Ohio Posts: 183	We designed our performance connect header system for the person who wants to squeeze every bit of power out of their Camaro. Our performance connect headers have all the same features and benefits of our headers listed above with the exception that the primaries are a tad longer which make our lead pipes go past the factory connection point. The lead pipes are 3” and do not swage down to 2.5” to fit the factory connection point. You must use our SW catback system to bolt up, or modify your existing exhaust. Part # CA10HDRCAT – 2” Long tubes with high flow cats Part # CA10HDRCATST – 1-7/8” Long tubes with high flow cats Part # CA10HDROR – 2” Long tubes with offroad lead pipes Part # CA10HDRORST – 1-7/8” Long tubes with offroad lead pipes Click here view performance connect catback systems that will bolt up to the performance connect headers. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=1#post3160037 So what’s the benefit to our performance connect headers? Well, if you ever want to do more than simple bolt ons, a full 3” exhaust from header to tip will help you squeeze every bit of power out of that vehicle. Supercharged vehicles love our performance connect system Secondly, it has a fully tuned sound when combined with our catback systems. You simply bolt it on and go. No cutting or welding required. Its completely drone free and you don’t have to guess what your car will sound like with headers and exhaust because we did the work for you. Power wise, we have seen Camaros dyno between 25-35hp depending on what was done to the vehicle with our full system. Here are some pics of our full performance connect system installed: Stay tuned for the V6 stuff. Last edited by Stainless Works; 07-11-2011 at 11:17 AM.

04-29-2011, 05:45 PM	#3
Snake Slayer Drives: Awaiting 2014 C7 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Sunshine State Posts: 902	Great post... For those of you looking for a quality header backed by a lifetime warranty at competitive price Stainless Works is the answer. This is a true bolt in system no chop,cut,weld or dimples required. I installed my system in about 3 hours on jackstand in my garage. __________________ Awaiting 2014 C7

04-29-2011, 06:01 PM	#4
Mindz E.B.A.H. Drives: you wild... Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: In the happy padded room wearing a jacket that makes me hug myself... Posts: 18,420	How difficult is it to install the merge spike? I was shipped a set of headers without one and when I called to ask abuot it, the rep on the phone said he would send me a set. This was 2 months ago, still no merge spike. I'm assuming that if/when I do get it, I'm going to have to take off the headers and weld it in myself? __________________ Blue Rush, 2010 SS [Car of the Week 3/22/2010] Traded in on...ZLZBUBB, 2013 ZL1

04-29-2011, 11:58 PM	#5
Andy who? Drives: 2011 SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: MI Posts: 27	Hello, I do like the sound of Tag's car. Do you know if it was pretty much a stock SS or does he have additional motor work done like a supercharger or cam? __________________

04-30-2011, 09:31 AM	#7
Rcfiddy1 Sold car... Drives: 2010 Rally Yellow 2SS/RS #37115 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Manalapan, New Jersey Posts: 2,019 View My Garage	I love my Stainless Works Headers.... __________________ Build Thread ECS Novi 1500 Supercharged, LS3 conversion, Small blower cam, Alky Meth injection, 3:45 rear, BMR Suspension parts, 1LE Sways, Billy Boat ZL1 dual mode exhaust.

05-02-2011, 06:56 PM	#10
Camaro_Custom_Painted Choke on that causality! Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Minnesota Posts: 645	Hooked mine up (no cats) to the factory exhaust - a nice mix of quiet cruising and roaring open throttle. __________________ Edelbrock EForce - Stainless Works Headers - BMR Sways & Arms & Toe Links & Control Arm Bushings & End Links - Rotofab CAI - Assorted Interior, Exterior, Underhood Bling - Red Jewel Stripes & Full Body Clear - Lexani LX15 Wheels - JRE Fuel Rail Upgrade - Kenne Bell BAP - Heartthrob XPipe - Elite Catch Can - Pedders Cradle & Front Arm Bushings - Hotchkis Strut Brace - MSD Wires - Carbotech Brakes - DSS 1000HP Axles & Driveshaft - Mickey Thompson Tires - Halo Harness - AutoMeter A/F, Boost, Fuel Pressure Gauges - Whats Next?

05-03-2011, 09:17 AM	#13
10aSSee D Drives: Silver 2010 SS Camaro Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: TN Posts: 2,562	I love my SW exhaust. I have their complete sysytem from front to back including the s-turbo mufflers, it sounds incredible!! __________________ MODS: ADM built 417, 2.9L Whipple with 3.250 pulley, ADM ported and polished LSA heads,ADM stage3 cam,ADM LSA belt drive system,ADM CAI race scoop, ADM dual fuel pumps, ID 850's, BMR full suspension, Gforce 9 inch kit with 3.5 inch driveshaft, Street Slayer twin carbon clutch, Lingenfelter oil seperator. Tuned by built by ADM Performance, 763rwhp,705rwtq

05-03-2011, 12:36 PM	#14
cam- Drives: Camaro Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Toronto Posts: 69	Agreed. Ive run SW headers for six years on other LS powered cars now and LOVE them. Build quality and fitment is TOP notch

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